Since 2016, the Crowd Social Investment Challenge (CSI Challenge) has empowered visionary social entrepreneurs striving to create positive social impact through innovative business solutions. Now in its sixth edition, this unique initiative blends the power of entrepreneurial competition with impactful crowdfunding, enabling groundbreaking ideas to flourish and grow.
To date, through the CSI Challenge, ARUN has invested over US$135,000 across four transformative social enterprises. This vital funding has accelerated businesses dedicated to solving pressing social and environmental challenges, proving the potential of collaborative impact investment.
The CSI Challenge is more than just a competition—it’s a vibrant platform where entrepreneurs can connect meaningfully with diverse stakeholders, including investors, business partners, experts, and supporters committed to driving sustainable change.
As humanity navigates unprecedented environmental threats—highlighted by the 2023 World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report identifying climate change and biodiversity loss as the top long-term global risks—our collective actions today determine our shared future tomorrow.
Acknowledging our deep connection to nature, ARUN believes sustainable coexistence is achievable by embracing innovative solutions rooted in business, technology, art, and culture.
This year, ARUN seeks innovative business proposals particularly benefiting rural, remote, and developing regions most vulnerable to climate and biodiversity challenges. We aim to support initiatives that:
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Promote climate resilience and environmental restoration.
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Enhance food security and prevent ecological disasters.
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Preserve cultural landscapes intertwined with natural ecosystems.
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Foster harmony between economic growth, societal wellbeing, and ecological sustainability.
Do you have an innovative business solution dedicated to environmental and social harmony? ARUN invites passionate social entrepreneurs to apply today and be part of the change that ensures a thriving planet for generations to come.
Applications are now open!
